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Original answer:
I am not certain but I heard, somewhere in my distant past, that one of our Presidents in the early 20th century would have lunch in a hotel near the White House. As a result there were those that represented the interests of various industrial enterprises discovered they could possibly have the ear of the President if they waited in theLobby of the hotel around lunchtime. Someone could probably help me with the details concerning the President, the year, and the name of the hotel.
Accurate answer:
The term lobbying comes from the lace where petitioners used to collar legislators. In the early years of politics in Washington, members of Congress had no offices and typically stayed in boarding houses or hotels while Congress was in session. A person could not call them up on the phone on make an appointment with their secretary; the only sure way of getting in touch with a member of Congress was to wait in the lobby where he was staying or to catch him either coming in or going out.
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What are representatives of interest groups that work on influence congress?
Representatives.. I think. That or Senators.
What the main role of lobbyists?
The main role of lobbyists is to try and influence lawmakers to change laws. Lobbyists exist for many different industries.
Who are People who contact public officials to express the wishes of an interest group?
lobbyists
Which branches of of the federal can be influenced by lobbyists?
All three branches of government can be influenced by lobbyists
Which statement about lobbyists is most accurate?
Lobbyists frequently invite lawmakers to restaurants or other forms of entertainment.
. Which branches of the federal government can be influenced by lobbyists?
All three branches of government can be influenced by lobbyists
What branches of the federal government can be influence by lobbyists?
All three branches of government can be influenced by lobbyists.
Which branches of the federal government can be influenced lobbyists?
All three branches of government can be influenced by lobbyists
Which branches of government can be influenced by lobbyists?
Congress is most influenced by lobbyists. The lobbyists write bills for the members of congress so the people they work for are protected or provided for in bills. Lobbyists also give free gifts, memberships, dinners, trips, and tickets to congress to influence their votes.
What percentage of senators and representatives who leave Congress become employed as lobbyists?
what percentage of senators and congressmen become lobbyists
Where can one find conventions for lobbyists?
A lobbyist can connect with other lobbyists to find conventions. They can also research what conventions are coming up and where they are located. There are often many lobbyists at the political conventions during election season.
What is the ratio of legislators to lobbyists?
5
